Exercise for People with OA

**Consult with an expert provider before beginning any exercise program.**

There are 3 types of exercise that are important for people with osteoarthritis of the knee, hip or shoulder:

• Strengthening exercises to increase muscle strength and help protect your joints.

• Aerobic exercise to improve the health of your heart and circulation and to control your weigh.

• Range-of-motion exercises to help reduce stiffness and develop proper joint flexibility and movement.

Note: If exercise is too painful, you may be doing an ill-advised program or exercise routine. Stop immediately and get some professional guidance. You may benefit from a formal program of professionally guided physical therapy or other medical procedures to help.

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